Royals6 September 2026
Jennie Bond Says Prince Harry Has Done Himself No Favours in UK Security Battle
Prince Harry has hurt his own public support in his fight for UK police protection, according to veteran royal expert Jennie Bond.
Monarch of the United Kingdom and Commonwealth realms
King Charles III
Best known for Reigning King of the United Kingdom, longest-serving Prince of Wales, and environmental advocacy
- Born
- 1948
- From
- British
- Working since
- 1969
- Also known as
- Prince Charles, Prince of Wales, Charles Philip Arthur George
King Charles III was born at Buckingham Palace in 1948, the eldest son of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. He became heir apparent in 1952 upon his mother's accession and was formally invested as Prince of Wales in 1969. During his decades as heir apparent, the longest in British history, he pursued philanthropic initiatives, founding The Prince's Trust in 1976 and campaigning extensively on environmental sustainability, agriculture, and urban design.
He acceded to the throne in September 2022 upon the death of Queen Elizabeth II, with his formal coronation taking place at Westminster Abbey in May 2023. As monarch, he performs official state duties, hosts foreign dignitaries, and serves as head of the Commonwealth.
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King Charles III in brief
- —Ascended to the British throne in September 2022.
- —Coronated at Westminster Abbey on May 6, 2023.
- —Longest-serving heir apparent and Prince of Wales in British history.
- —Founded The Prince's Trust charity in 1976.
- —Prominent longtime advocate for environmental conservation and organic farming.
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